Serving 880 students in grades 6-8, Harper Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Harper Park Middle School's student population of 880 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Harper Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper Park Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#965 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Park Middle School's ranking?
Harper Park Middle School is ranked #965 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Harper Park Middle School often compared to?
Harper Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Ridge Middle School, Smart's Mill Middle School, J. Lupton Simpson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Harper Park Middle School?
880 students attend Harper Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Harper Park Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harper Park Middle School?
Harper Park Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harper Park Middle School offer ?
Harper Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harper Park Middle School part of?
Harper Park Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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